City of Framingham Beaches

Summer Season at Framingham Beaches

Make the most of the summer at one of Framingham’s scenic public beaches! Whether you’re swimming, sunbathing, or simply enjoying the outdoors, our beaches provide a safe and relaxing environment for everyone.

Please note: Beaches are open to Framingham residents only.

  • No beach tags are required

Key Seasonal Information:

  • Water Quality Testing: Conducted weekly from Memorial Day through Labor Day. 
  • Beach Staffing: Staff will be on-site from mid-June to mid-August, as staffing allows.
  • Hours: Beaches are open daily from dawn to dusk, even when staff are not present.
  • Restrooms: Available only when staff are on-site. Portable toilets are available at all times.

Framingham City Beach Rules and Regulations 

Please review the beach rules and regulations here Version Options City of Framingham Beaches Headline to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. 

Framingham’s public beaches include:

Learned Pond

Learned Beach

Saxonville Beach

Saxonville Beach

Waushakum Pond

Waushakum Beach

Explore our official photo album below, featuring new pictures from each of Framingham’s city beaches. Enjoy the view!

Framingham Beaches

Water Quality Testing:Check the latest water quality results for Framingham's bathing beaches.

Before the City opens any of its beaches, the Parks & Recreation Department conducts weekly inspections to ensure sanitary and safety conditions, as state regulations require. This includes testing the beach water for bacteria, specifically E. coli.

If a high bacteria level is detected, state regulations require the Parks & Recreation Department to post a sign at the beach to inform the public. It's important to note that bacteria levels can vary significantly in different areas of a pond or lake. A high reading at the designated beach area does not necessarily indicate elevated levels throughout the entire body of water, and the opposite is also true. However, since only the beach area is tested, public postings and potential closures apply solely to that location.

For the most recent beach water quality testing results, please visit the Framingham Public Health Department page here Version Options City of Framingham Beaches Headline.